Keith D. Johansen of Tyngsboro

Keith Donald Johansen, 59, of Tyngsboro, MA died Tuesday, November 13, 2018 unexpectedly while on vacation.

He was married to Debra A. (Desrosiers) Johansen with whom he celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary on May 23, 2018.

Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late Keith and Lois Johansen. He graduated from Billerica High School with the class of 1976.

He was a former member of the North Billerica Baptist Church of Billerica, MA.

Keith was an avid sports fan. He was a former baseball coach for Tyngsboro youth baseball. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, family and traveling with his wife and friends.

Keith was working at Fresenius Medical Care of Lexington, MA as a Network Engineer.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Keith Johansen and his girlfriend Heshi Gunasekera of Reading; a daughter, Kaitlyn and her husband John Checchi of Nashua, NH; a brother, Lee Johansen of Treasure Island, FL; a sister, Judy Binette of Billerica, MA; two grandchildren, Zachary and Jaxson Checchi and many nieces and nephews as well as several dear friends.

He was the brother of the late George Johansen of Townsend who died May 12, 2015.

FUNERAL NOTICE

JOHANSEN, Keith Donald Johansen, of Tyngsboro, MA died Nov. 13, 2018. Visiting hours Sunday, Nov. 25th from 1 to 5 P.M. His Funeral Service will be Monday, Nov. 26th at 11:00 A.M. at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST. CHELMSFORD. Burial in Fox Hill Cemetery, Billerica. Memorials may be made in his name to the American Diabetes Assoc., 330 Congress St., Boston, MA 02210. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com

Debbie, Keith, and Kaitlyn…. I just want to express my deepest condolences. Keith was so wonderful and lit up a room. I loved spending time with him <3 . My heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers. Love you Keith <3

My deepest sympathy for your loss. I grew up and graduated BMHS with Keith in N. Billerica. He was always one of the good guys with a big smile and friendly hello.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

To the family my deepest sympathies. Keith Jr I want to tell you how proud of you I was but especially your parents were. As your baseball coach one of the most rewarding feelings is watching the faces of the parents when they see you do well. Your Dad was your very first coach and the best coach you ever had. He was a good man. Thank you.

Deb, Katelyn, John & Keith, we are so sorry to hear of Keiths passing. We pray for comfort & strenght as you grief the loss of a wonderful man. The memories you’ve made will be with you forever! Lisa & Paul Goguen

Dear Johansen Family,
I can only offer my heartfelt condolences on Keith’s passing. I have fond memories of him and the basketball guys hanging out around the fire pit at my dad’s house.
Sincerely,
Malinda ODonnell and family

It’s hard to find the right words but I do want to say my heart goes out to you and your family. Keith was such a good guy and I’m really sorry about his passing. May the love of family and support from friends help you through the journey ahead. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

We are so saddened by the passing of Keith. The Johansen family has been in our lives for many years. We have so many wonderful memories. You were taken way to soon, Rest in Peace.
Our deepest sympathy,
Nancy and Bill McAllister

Keith was a good friend and a Great Dad and husband! To us who played softball with him he was know as the “Babe”. He had a beautiful swing with unbelievable power!! We enjoyed playing together for years together with a bunch of good guys!! He will be missed my Condolences to the Johansen Family.

My deepest sympathy on Keith’s passing. I have known Keith for many years, since the 6th grade and many fond memories,and through high school. He was a great guy and always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by many.

Dear Debbie and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Keith’s passing. I have known Keith since the 6th grade and have fond memories of our childhood and on through our high school years. Many years later we had a reunion when we stood in the Winslow School and realized our children were in Kindergarten together and on through High School they went; graduating together in 2007. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Wonderful guy that will be missed by many. We have some great memories of Keith over the years. We are hopefully that your cherished memories will ease your pain. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Hugs ❤️ The Rock Family

Dear Debbie and family, I remember Keith so well from homeroom. We also belonged to the ski club and had lots of fun times. He was a great guy and I am saddened by your loss. Sincerely, Cindi (Jakows) Michealsen,class of 76

Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Keith. I have happy memories of our high school years. Keith was a friendly outgoing guy with a warm smile who was well liked by all who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers Debbie.